The Pew Charitable Trusts
Senior Associate, Environment (Cross Cutting Support)
The Pew Charitable Trusts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Environment Portfolio at The Pew Charitable Trusts
For more than 30 years, Pew has been a major force in engaging the public and policy makers about the causes, consequences, and solutions to some of the world's most pressing environmental challenges. Our environment work spans all seven continents with more than 250 professionals working at the local, national, and international levels to reduce the scope and severity of global environmental problems, such as the erosion of large natural ecosystems that contain a great part of the world's remaining biodiversity, and the destruction of the marine environment. Pew's global environmental program focuses on science-based, nonpartisan, and sustainable solutions to help protect the planet and people.
Position Overview
The senior associate, environment provides high-level programmatic services for the environment portfolio and helps serve to link the portfolio's diverse bodies of work. The position reports to the officer, environment, and works closely with members of the portfolio's leadership team, other leadership groups, and cross-cutting staff. The ideal candidate has demonstrated effective collaboration across functional teams and has managed efforts to develop effective solutions to complex problems. In addition, the ideal candidate for this position has exceptionally strong people, communication, and organizational skills.
This position is located in Pew's Washington, D.C. office and will participate in Pew's core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will have flexibility to work from home the remainder of each week. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Foster a work environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible and in line with Pew and the project's related goals.
Conceptualize and execute internal portfolio communication products, in partnership with and in support of members of the portfolio's leadership and management support teams.
Lead the development and execution of Environment Learning Week, townhall meetings, and other priority events and outputs, as needed.
Support the senior officer, management support team, in implementing initiatives and projects related to the portfolio's culture and inclusion work.
Support portfolio leadership on internal communication processes and products such as board briefings and board agenda documents.
Provide individualized support for members of the environment leadership team, including drafting remarks and messages, supporting high-level action items, and managing processes to ensure timely and efficient use of leadership expertise, time, and capacity.
Provide project management support for teams scoping new and renewing lines of work and taskforces convened around timely and important considerations for the portfolio, as needed.
Support the portfolio's leadership in building and maintaining a culture of excellence and accountability in the portfolio.
Participate in activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.
Generally, four years of applicable experience with a proven track record of collaborating effectively across functional teams.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including ease in briefly summarizing the essence of issues and means to address them.
Experience exercising sound judgement and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Strong interpersonal skills: an excellent listener who works productively and diplomatically with a wide array of people and institutions.
Excellent time and project management skills.
Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills.
Experience with environmental issues preferred.
Travel
This position requires occasional travel to meetings and conferences.
Salary Range
$79,900 USD - $89,300 USD
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including comprehensive health care, financial security, and work/life benefits.
The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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For more than 30 years, Pew has been a major force in engaging the public and policy makers about the causes, consequences, and solutions to some of the world's most pressing environmental challenges. Our environment work spans all seven continents with more than 250 professionals working at the local, national, and international levels to reduce the scope and severity of global environmental problems, such as the erosion of large natural ecosystems that contain a great part of the world's remaining biodiversity, and the destruction of the marine environment. Pew's global environmental program focuses on science-based, nonpartisan, and sustainable solutions to help protect the planet and people.
Position Overview
The senior associate, environment provides high-level programmatic services for the environment portfolio and helps serve to link the portfolio's diverse bodies of work. The position reports to the officer, environment, and works closely with members of the portfolio's leadership team, other leadership groups, and cross-cutting staff. The ideal candidate has demonstrated effective collaboration across functional teams and has managed efforts to develop effective solutions to complex problems. In addition, the ideal candidate for this position has exceptionally strong people, communication, and organizational skills.
This position is located in Pew's Washington, D.C. office and will participate in Pew's core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will have flexibility to work from home the remainder of each week. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are seeking employment without visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Foster a work environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible and in line with Pew and the project's related goals.
Conceptualize and execute internal portfolio communication products, in partnership with and in support of members of the portfolio's leadership and management support teams.
Lead the development and execution of Environment Learning Week, townhall meetings, and other priority events and outputs, as needed.
Support the senior officer, management support team, in implementing initiatives and projects related to the portfolio's culture and inclusion work.
Support portfolio leadership on internal communication processes and products such as board briefings and board agenda documents.
Provide individualized support for members of the environment leadership team, including drafting remarks and messages, supporting high-level action items, and managing processes to ensure timely and efficient use of leadership expertise, time, and capacity.
Provide project management support for teams scoping new and renewing lines of work and taskforces convened around timely and important considerations for the portfolio, as needed.
Support the portfolio's leadership in building and maintaining a culture of excellence and accountability in the portfolio.
Participate in activities that support program and Pew-wide objectives.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.
Generally, four years of applicable experience with a proven track record of collaborating effectively across functional teams.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including ease in briefly summarizing the essence of issues and means to address them.
Experience exercising sound judgement and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Strong interpersonal skills: an excellent listener who works productively and diplomatically with a wide array of people and institutions.
Excellent time and project management skills.
Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills.
Experience with environmental issues preferred.
Travel
This position requires occasional travel to meetings and conferences.
Salary Range
$79,900 USD - $89,300 USD
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including comprehensive health care, financial security, and work/life benefits.
The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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